What was the popish plot? a.) titus oates's first novel exposing church corruption b.) a plot to assassinate the pope c.) a plot to execute charles i d.) an imaginary plot in which roman catholics were supposed to have planned the death of charles ii and other government officers

The Popish Plot is an imaginary plot in which the death of Charles II were supposed to be planned by Roman Catholics and other government officers.

D

Explanation

The Popish Plot can be understood by marking the words from history - 'a unpleasant and hellish plot' (referred by the House of Commons) done by 'a shame to mankind' ( referred by Lord Justice Jeffreys to Titus Oates).

The imaginary plot had Charles II to be executed and to replace the former with his brother James.